In-Progress Spring 2026
Cybersecurity Techniques and Operations
This course focuses on the tools, techniques, and methodologies used in real-world cybersecurity operations. Emphasis is placed on hands-on analysis of networks and systems, understanding cyber laws and ethical considerations, and applying defensive strategies to identify, analyze, and mitigate security threats.
Through practical labs and exercises, students gain experience in network traffic analysis, vulnerability identification, penetration testing fundamentals, cryptographic protocols, intrusion detection, and secure data handling. The course prepares students to understand both offensive and defensive cybersecurity techniques while operating within legal and ethical boundaries.
Key Skills & Topics
- Cyber laws, ethics, and operational constraints
- Network architecture and traffic analysis
- Vulnerability assessment and mitigation strategies
- Penetration testing planning and execution
- Cryptographic protocols and secure communications
- Intrusion detection and firewall configuration
- Secure handling of data and personal information